What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Chief Facility Engineer position at McKinstry?
Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.
McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.
Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:
- renewables and energy services
- engineering and design
- construction and facility services
To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?
The Opportunity with McKinstry
We are adding an Associate Chief Facility Engineer to our growing Facility Maintenance division in Spokane, WA. This role works in in direct collaboration with the Facility Program Manager or Chief Engineer to lead, coordinate, and participate in the maintenance and operation of critical facilities and central plants. You will ensure critical Service Level Agreements are met and serve as Chief Engineer and provide coverage for the Senior Facility Engineer in their absence. Additionally, some responsibilities you will have include:
- Ensuring all commercial building systems, including complex electrical distribution, HVAC, and controls, operate correctly according to specifications, regulations (Federal, State, Local), and safety standards.
- Ensures uptime of critical utilities and building systems with ≥ 99% availability, requiring troubleshooting and maintenance skills across various technical domains.
- Works with Asset Management to maximize asset life and efficiency, while minimizing operating costs, and to inform asset lifecycle decisions.
- Works with Facility Program Manager, Chief Engineer, Asset Manager and others to ensure facility goals are met.
- Leads, coordinates and participates in the maintenance and operation of commercial facilities and/or central plants, to include coordination of vendors.
- Assigns tasks and inspects completed work by employees and vendors to ensure compliance with industry standards, including safety.
- Monitors and inspects physical condition of facility and assets and makes recommendations for repairs and improvements to the Facility Program Manager.
- Assists in the design, budgeting, procurement and implementation of those recommended repairs and improve
What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry
- Strong customer service orientation
- Excellent listening and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and problem-solve
- H.S. Diploma or GED required
- AAS Degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience required
- Strong electrical background and understanding of commercial electrical systems
- EPA 608 Universal certificate required
- 5-8 years related commercial facilities experience
- 2-4 years supervision of staff preferred
- Competency with Microsoft Office Suite and CMMS systems
PeopleFirst Benefits
When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums
People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:
- Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
- Transgender inclusive benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Pet insurance
- “Building Good” paid community service time
- Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
- McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers
See benefit plan documents for complete details.
If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.
The pay range for this position is $75,870 - $116,010 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.
The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.
McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.
Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.
Salary : $75,870 - $116,010
